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Founder & Principal HR & OD Consultant at Novel HR | Leadership Development Expert | People & Culture Systems Thinker | Advocate for Inclusive, Responsible Workplaces
Bio
Dr. Shawanda Lee-Phenix, Ed.D., MHRM, MBA, is the founder and principal HR & OD consultant of Novel HR Consulting, LLC. With over 20 years of experience in HRM/OD, which includes being a former Army HR Officer, she specializes in empowering small to mid-sized enterprises and select larger organizations to create robust HR infrastructures that enhance leadership, ensure compliance, and promote continuous growth.
Shawanda is passionate about fostering inclusive workplaces, particularly for neurodiverse individuals and those facing invisible illnesses. She is currently working on a research-driven approach informed her innovative solutions, including expanding HR Compliance & Policy services that help organizations establish dynamic systems to avoid costly oversights.
In addition, Shawanda is working on expanding a quarterly frontline leadership program for a wood manufacturing client, by equipping the leaders and their bosses with the essential tools for success. Shawanda is excited to partner with businesses ready to implement people-first systems that scale sustainably from the start.
Location
Bossier City, Louisiana, US
Last Active
2 months ago
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Elevator Pitch
Hey, I’m Shawanda—I’m the founder of Novel HR Consulting. I help other founders and company decision-makers build the people side of their business with smart, sustainable HR systems—think leadership training, real-world policies, and team structures that actually grow with you, responsibly. I’m all about making things work and feel good—no cookie-cutter HR, just tailored support that fits your culture and vision. If you’re scaling and want to avoid the “oh no, we should’ve handled this sooner” phase—I’m your person.
Industry
Services
Team Size
1-5 employees
Funding Stage
Unsure
Funding Raised
None/Bootstrapped
Annual Revenue
$0 to $100k
| Skill | Strength | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Founder | 90 / 100 | Founded Novel HR Consulting, providing tailored HR solutions. |
| Organizational Development | 80 / 100 | Specializing in empowering organizations to promote continuous growth and leadership. |
| Human Resource Management | 80 / 100 | Over 20 years of experience in HRM, focusing on building robust HR infrastructures. |
| Human Resources | 80 / 100 | Extensive experience in the HR industry, particularly in compliance and organizational development. |
| Leadership Development | 75 / 100 | Expanding leadership programs for frontline leaders in various industries. |
| Advocacy for Inclusive Workplaces | 75 / 100 | Passionate about fostering inclusive workplaces for neurodiverse individuals. |
| HR Compliance & Policy Services | 70 / 100 | Developing innovative HR compliance and policy solutions for organizations. |
| Consulting | 70 / 100 | Consulting for small to mid-sized enterprises and larger organizations. |
Title
HR Officer
Position Description
Managed HR functions within the Army, focusing on personnel management and compliance.
Accomplishment Notes
Gained extensive experience in HR management and compliance while serving in a leadership role.
Title
Founder/Principal HR & OD Consultant
Position Description
Leading a consulting firm focused on HR and organizational development, providing tailored solutions for businesses.
Accomplishment Notes
Successfully established a consulting practice that empowers organizations to build effective HR systems and leadership development programs.